Recuperating Enyimba Striker, Ifeanyi Ihemekwele, has urged his People's Elephant teammates to go for Cup glory in the 2025 President Federation Cup, Exclusivenews.com.ng reports.

Enyimba are chasing their fifth President Federation Cup title following previous title wins in 2005, 2009, 2013 and 2014.

The People's Elephant are billed to face Abakaliki FC Wednesday 16 April, 2025 in a Round of 16 tie at the Stephen Keshi Stadium, Asaba. Ihemekwele, who has eight (8) goals across competitions, four in the league and four in the cup games before his injury in the Abia State President Federation Cup final versus Ahudiyannem FC, has now outlined reasons he's urging his teammates to go for the Cup glory.

"My desire in the FA Cup is that we're winning it. Yes, the trophy is coming back home. If not for any other thing, for the People's Elephant, we need to get the trophy so as to get our slot in the continental back", Ihemekwele who is currently recuperating from surgery after the state Cup final injury began. 

"I think it's the only way for us to come back to the continental limelight again. It's a sure avenue for us this season to reclaim our continental slot".

Ihemekwele admitted it hasn't been a smooth campaign for the nine-time NPFL title winners and two-time CAF Champions League title winners this season.

But he remains shrewdly optimistic that winning the President Federation Cup this time around will be a sweet moment for the club at the end of the season.

"Yeah, it hasn't been an easy campaign for us this season. But I believe the players. I believe my teammates too. I believe in them and what they can do  
n this Federation Cup Round of 16 game against Abakaliki. 

"Trust me, it's gonna be a winning game for us. I just wish them well and hope they come back victorious. We're going for the Cup and nothing but the Cup".

The striker eulogised his Enyimba hierarchy for standing by him during his period of injury and surgery.

"I Feel very good. I'm happy recovering fast and strong from the surgery I had as a result of the injury. It's all thanks to the management of the team, the Chairman, the Team Manager and the entire team. 

"They have shown me unwavering love and support during the surgery and I really appreciate them for that. In no distant time, I'll be back. I've been out since the last one month. 

"I feel sad but I believe it's all for the best. I believe that in no distant time, I mean soonest, I'll be back stronger".